Best 8 Yukon Gold Gratin With Chilies Cilantro And Cheese Recipes

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**Yukon Gold Gratin: A Culinary Symphony of Creamy Potatoes, Spicy Chilies, and Tangy Cheese**

Indulge in the culinary masterpiece that is Yukon Gold Gratin, a tantalizing dish that elevates the humble potato to new heights of flavor and texture. This delectable casserole features tender Yukon Gold potatoes, sliced thin and layered with a creamy sauce infused with aromatic roasted chiles, fresh cilantro, and a blend of gooey cheeses. Baked to golden perfection, the gratin boasts a crispy crust that yields to a luscious, velvety interior, each bite a symphony of flavors and textures.

This recipe offers two variations to cater to diverse preferences. The classic Yukon Gold Gratin is a timeless favorite, its simplicity allowing the natural flavors of the potatoes, chiles, and cheese to shine through. For those seeking a bolder experience, the Spicy Yukon Gold Gratin amps up the heat with the addition of serrano peppers, creating a dish that sets taste buds ablaze.

Both gratin variations are accompanied by a selection of complementary recipes that elevate the dining experience. A zesty Roasted Tomato Salsa adds a refreshing burst of acidity and texture, its vibrant red hue contrasting beautifully with the golden gratin. Crunchy Cornbread Muffins provide a sturdy base for scooping up generous portions of the creamy potato casserole, while a simple Green Salad offers a lighter counterpoint to the richness of the gratin.

With its combination of creamy, spicy, and cheesy flavors, the Yukon Gold Gratin is a dish that is sure to impress. Whether served as a main course or a hearty side, this gratin is a guaranteed crowd-pleaser. So gather your ingredients, preheat your oven, and embark on a culinary journey that will leave your taste buds dancing with delight.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

BOBBY'S DRY RUBBED RIB-EYE STEAK WITH MESA BBQ SAUCE AND YUKON GOLD POTATO GRATIN



Bobby's Dry Rubbed Rib-Eye Steak with Mesa Bbq Sauce and Yukon Gold Potato Gratin image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h50m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

1 cup ancho chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon dried coriander
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
2 teaspoons dry mustard
2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon salt
1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
4 rib-eye steaks (8 to 10 ounces each)
1 cup dry rub
Olive oil
2 cups Mesa BBQ Sauce, or your favorite
2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded and diced
6 cloves garlic, peeled, finely chopped
2 pounds Yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices
1/2 cup coarsely chopped fresh cilantro leaves plus extra for garnish
1 cup chicken stock (if canned, low sodium)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup Monterey Jack cheese
1/2 cup queso anejo cheese

Steps:

  • Combine all ingredients in a medium bowl.;
  • Heat grill or grill pan to high.
  • Rub each steak on 1 side with the dry rub. Brush with olive oil and grill, rub side down for 3 to 4 minutes or until golden brown, turn over and continue grilling for 4 to 5 minutes for medium-rare doneness. Turn the steaks over and brush the rub side with bbq sauce, turn over and grill for 1 minute.
  • Remove steaks from grill and brush with additional bbq suace.
  • Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Butter a 9-inch square pan and sprinkle garlic over bottom of pan.
  • Arrange 1/4 of the potatoes in the dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then 1/3 of chiles and 1/3 of cilantro. Repeat layer of potatoes, chiles and cilantro 2 more times, seasoning potatoes with salt and pepper. Top with potatoes. Pour broth over, then cream. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover pan with foil. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour 15 minutes. Uncover and sprinkle cheeses over potatoes. Bake until liquid thickens, about 15 minutes. Cool. Sprinkle with cilantro.

GRILLED YUKON GOLD POTATOES WITH THYME AND GARLIC



Grilled Yukon Gold Potatoes with Thyme and Garlic image

Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories     side-dish

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 5

4 large Yukon gold potatoes
2 tablespoons freshly chopped thyme leaves
2 teaspoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
Gray salt and freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Before grilling the potatoes, blanch them. Put the potatoes in cold water and add salt. Bring water to a simmer and cook the potatoes until they are tender.
  • Preheat a grill or grill pan on medium-high heat.
  • Slice the potatoes lengthwise and add to a large mixing bowl with the thyme, garlic, and olive oil. Season with gray salt and pepper and toss to coat the potatoes well. Grill the potatoes over indirect heat for about 3 to 5 minutes on each side until well marked and fully cooked.

GRILLED YUKON GOLD STEAK FRIES WITH CHILE-CHEESE SAUCE



Grilled Yukon Gold Steak Fries with Chile-Cheese Sauce image

Provided by Bobby Flay

Categories     side-dish

Time 1h5m

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 25

6 large Yukon gold potatoes, scrubbed
1/4 cup canola oil
Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, for seasoning
Chile-Cheese Sauce, recipe follows
Fresh chopped cilantro leaves
Serving suggestions: Bobby's Mexican Fry Seasoning or Spanish Paprika Mayo Sauce, recipes follow
1 tablespoon unsalted butter
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
1 1/4 cups whole milk, heated
10 ounces grated white Cheddar
3 jalapeno chiles, grilled, peeled, seeded and finely diced
Pinch chile de arbol
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons ancho chile powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon granulated onion
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 cup mayonnaise
1 tablespoon aged sherry vinegar
2 cloves finely chopped garlic
1 grilled plum tomato
2 teaspoons smoked Spanish paprika
Salt and freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons finely chopped flat-leaf parsley, plus leaves for garnish

Steps:

  • Place the potatoes in a large pot and cover with cold water. Bring the water to a boil, over medium heat, then reduce heat to a simmer and add 2 tablespoons of salt. Cook until potatoes are tender, but still firm, about 10 minutes. Drain, let cool and cut each potato lengthwise into 8 slices.
  • Heat grill to medium-high. Brush the potatoes with the oil and season with salt and pepper. Grill until golden brown and cooked through, about 2 to 3 minutes per side. Transfer the potatoes to a platter and drizzle with the sauce, garnish with fresh cilantro or serve sauce, on the side, as a dip.
  • Melt the butter in a small saucepan over medium heat, add the flour and cook for 1 minute. Slowly whisk in the milk and cook until thickened, about 3 minutes. Whisk in the cheese a little at a time until smooth.
  • Add the jalapenos, chile de arbol and season with salt and pepper. Keep warm.
  • Combine all ingredients in a small bowl.
  • Put mayonnaise, vinegar, garlic, tomato and paprika in food processor and process until smooth; season with salt and pepper. Scrape into a bowl and stir in the parsley.

YUKON GOLD POTATO GRATIN WITH HORSERADISH & PARMESAN



Yukon Gold Potato Gratin with Horseradish & Parmesan image

Provided by Shawn McClain

Categories     Milk/Cream     Garlic     Potato     Side     Bake     Vegetarian     Casserole/Gratin     Horseradish     Parmesan     Winter     Thyme     Sugar Conscious     Pescatarian     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 10 (side-dish) servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

1 bunch fresh thyme
1 tablespoon black peppercorns
1 dried bay leaf
3 pounds boiling potatoes, such as Yukon Gold, peeled and cut crosswise into 1/8-inch slices
2 tablespoons sea salt
5 garlic cloves, peeled and smashed with back of knife
4 cups heavy cream
1/4 cup fresh horseradish, grated
1 1/2 cups Parmesan cheese, coarsely grated

Steps:

  • Place rack in middle position and preheat oven to 400°F.
  • Generously butter a 2 1/2- to 3-quart gratin dish or other shallow baking dish.
  • Make a bouquet garni by wrapping thyme, peppercorns, and bay leaf in 6-inch square of cheese cloth and securing with kitchen string.
  • In heavy, 6-quart saucepan, combine potatoes, bouquet garni, salt, garlic cloves, and cream. Set over moderate heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, uncovered, until potatoes can just be pierced with a fork, about 10 minutes. Using slotted spoon, remove bouquet garni and garlic and discard. Stir in horseradish.
  • Spread potato mixture in buttered dish and sprinkle with cheese. Bake until top is golden brown and potatoes are tender, about 30 to 40 minutes. Let stand 15 minutes before serving.

YUKON GOLD AND MELTED LEEK GRATIN



Yukon Gold and Melted Leek Gratin image

Make and share this Yukon Gold and Melted Leek Gratin recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Brookelynne26

Categories     Potato

Time 1h30m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 6

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
2 leeks, white and pale green parts, cut into 1 inch cubes
6 large yukon gold potatoes, peeled and thinly sliced
1 1/2 cups shredded gruyere cheese
salt and pepper
1 cup heavy cream

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350°F In a large saute pan, melt the butter over medium heat until just foaming. Reduce heat to low and saute leeks until very soft, about 10 minutes.
  • In a large gratin dish, alternate layers of potatoes, leeks, and cheese, seasoning each layer with salt and pepper.
  • Finish with a final sprinkling of cheese. Pour the cream over top and cover lightly with aluminum foil. Bake for 40 minutes. Uncover and bake for another 30 to 40 minutes, or until bubbling and brown on top. Let cool slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 430.6, Fat 27.5, SaturatedFat 16.7, Cholesterol 94.2, Sodium 118.2, Carbohydrate 35.5, Fiber 3.2, Sugar 2.6, Protein 12.1

YUKON GOLD POTATO SALAD WITH CHILES, CILANTRO, AND TOASTED CUMIN



Yukon Gold Potato Salad with Chiles, Cilantro, and Toasted Cumin image

Provided by Rick Rodgers

Categories     Salad     Potato     Side     Fourth of July     Picnic     Vegetarian     High Fiber     Backyard BBQ     Mayonnaise     Vinegar     Corn     Bell Pepper     Hot Pepper     Summer     Grill     Grill/Barbecue     Low Cholesterol     Cilantro     Bon Appétit     Vegan     Pescatarian     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Peanut Free     Tree Nut Free     Soy Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/4 cup red wine vinegar
1 garlic clove, minced
3/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
4 ears of corn, husked
3 large fresh poblano chiles or Anaheim chiles*
2 large red bell peppers
2 teaspoons cumin seeds
3 pounds unpeeled baby Yukon Gold potatoes or baby Dutch yellow potatoes
6 green onions, chopped
1/3 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • Whisk vinegar and garlic in small bowl. Gradually whisk in olive oil. Season vinaigrette to taste with salt and pepper.
  • Prepare barbecue (medium-high heat). Place corn, chiles, and bell peppers on grill. Cover and grill until corn kernels are tender and chiles and bell peppers are blackened on all sides, turning frequently, about 5 minutes for corn and 12 minutes for chiles and bell peppers. Transfer vegetables to 2 baking pans. Cover chiles and bell peppers; let stand until cool. Cut corn kernels off cobs; transfer to medium bowl. Peel, seed, and coarsely chop chiles and bell peppers; add to bowl with corn. DO AHEAD: Vinaigrette and vegetables can be made 1 day ahead. Cover separately; chill. Bring vinaigrette to room temperature and rewhisk before using.
  • Stir cumin seeds in small dry skillet over medium heat until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer to small bowl; set aside. Cook potatoes in large pot of boiling salted water just until tender when pierced with knife, about 20 minutes. Drain. Rinse under cold water. Drain and cool slightly. Cut potatoes into 1/3- to 1/2-inch-thick slices. Transfer to large bowl. Add grilled vegetables and vinaigrette; toss to coat. Add cumin seeds, green onions, and cilantro and toss. Season generously with salt and pepper. Cover; chill at least 2 hours. DO AHEAD: Can be made 8 hours ahead. Keep refrigerated. Serve chilled or at room temperature.
  • * Sold at some supermarkets and at specialty foods stores and Latin markets.

BUTTERNUT SQUASH AND YUKON GOLD GRATIN WITH GRUYERE CHEESE



Butternut Squash and Yukon Gold Gratin with Gruyere Cheese image

Make and share this Butternut Squash and Yukon Gold Gratin with Gruyere Cheese recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Kirstin in the Couv

Categories     Potato

Time 2h20m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons unsalted butter
4 cups thinly sliced onions
1 1/4 lbs butternut squash, peeled,seeded and cut into 1/4 inch slices
1 1/4 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/4 slices
1 cup half-and-half
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 cups fresh breadcrumbs (preferably sourdough)
2 cups packed grated gruyere cheese
1 1/2 tablespoons chopped fresh sage

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 350F degrees.
  • Butter a 9X13 baking dish.
  • Melt butter in large skillet over med-high heat- add onions and saute until deeply carmelized- about 20-30 minutes.
  • Lay alternating layers of squash and potatoes in pan.
  • Layer onions on top.
  • Mix 1/2 and 1/2 and salt and pepper, pour over top.
  • Cover tightly with foil and bake 90 minutes.
  • Increase oven temp to 400F degrees.
  • Mix breadcrumbs, sage and cheese in bowl.
  • Sprinkle over Gratin.
  • Bake uncovered until top is golden brown and crisp, about 30 minutes.

BOBBY'S YUKON GOLD POTATO GRATIN



Bobby's Yukon Gold Potato Gratin image

This is a Bobby Flay recipe. These potatoes are amazing! I don't remember from which show, but I'm posting it here for safe keeping.

Provided by Cooking Queen

Categories     Potato

Time 2h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 poblano chiles, roasted, peeled, seeded and diced
6 garlic cloves, peeled, finely chopped
2 lbs yukon gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/8-inch slices
1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro, plus extra for garnish
1 cup chicken stock (if using canned, low sodium)
1 cup heavy cream
1 cup monterey jack cheese
1/2 cup Anejo cheese
butter, to butter the baking pan

Steps:

  • Preheat oven to 400 F degrees. Butter a 9-inch square pan and sprinkle the garlic over the bottom of the pan.
  • Arrange 1/4 of the potatoes in the dish. Sprinkle with salt and pepper, then sprinkle 1/3 of the chiles and 1/3 of the cilantro. Repeat the layers of potatoes, chiles & cilantro 2 more times, seasoning the potatoes with salt and pepper as you layer. Top with potatoes. Pour broth over, then cream. Sprinkle with salt and pepper. Cover the pan with foil. Bake until potatoes are tender, about 1 hour and 15 minutes. Uncover and sprikle with the cheeses over potatoes. Bake until the liquid thickens, about 15 minutes.
  • Cool. Sprinkle with rest of cilantro. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363.9, Fat 21.1, SaturatedFat 12.9, Cholesterol 72.3, Sodium 181.4, Carbohydrate 35.6, Fiber 3, Sugar 2.9, Protein 9.8

Tips:

  • Yukon Gold potatoes are the best choice for this gratin because they hold their shape well and have a creamy texture.
  • If you can't find poblano chiles, you can substitute another mild green chile, such as an Anaheim chile.
  • For a spicier gratin, use a hotter chile, such as a serrano or jalapeño chile.
  • Be sure to grate the cheese finely so that it melts evenly.
  • You can make this gratin ahead of time and bake it just before serving.

Conclusion:

This Yukon Gold gratin with chilies, cilantro, and cheese is a delicious and easy-to-make side dish that is perfect for any occasion. The creamy potatoes, flavorful chiles, and melted cheese make this gratin a hit with everyone who tries it. So next time you're looking for a new side dish to try, give this Yukon Gold gratin a try. You won't be disappointed!

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